Operations Coordinator (Part-Time)

Operations Coordinator (Part-Time)

The KLRE/KUAR part-time Operations Coordinator (OC) is a provisional position that manages daily logs of programming for radio stations operated by UA Little Rock Public Radio. The OC monitors station broadcasts and web streams and maintains and operates all station broadcast, audio and web stream production and distribution systems. The OC also works with the stations’ contract engineer to monitor and maintain KLRE and KUAR transmitters and broadcast equipment and facilities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications

• Required Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma;

• One (1) year of professional experience in a media or IT setting.

• Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree;

• Two (2) years of experience in a media or IT setting;

• Experience running daily broadcast traffic logs;

• Experience with broadcast automation systems;

• Experience with audio production;

• Experience with voice work – performing and/or producing;

• Experience running a live broadcast.

Job Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Maintain knowledge of NPR content and marketing strategies.
• Adhere to NPR published technical standards.
• Ensure all content logs are consistently refreshed, properly scheduled, and functioning properly.
• Implement the station's promotion and content strategies.
• Monitor on-air station activity and underwriting spots per FCC compliance;
• Monitor equipment usage and ensure the maintenance of equipment inventories.
• Maintain updates to the station website;
• Produce ID’s, promos, and PSA spots;
• Produce weekly hourlong classical music show;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of NPR editorial process;
• Knowledge of audio recording and editing techniques;
• Knowledge of public radio program providers;
• Knowledge of Adobe Audition.;
• Demonstrated organizational skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate;
• Willingness to develop opportunities for engagement with the broader community.

Additional Information: Salary Information:

• Part-time salary is $24,000

Required Documents to Apply:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Please upload all required documents in the "Attachment" section, if you want to be considered for this position. You must submit all documents before you hit the submit application button.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

• Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

• The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

• The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of

Education

• Office for Civil Rights.